The internet has become a sprawling hub of images often featuring desirable content – but no place to buy it. California-based start-up The Hunt has set out to tackle the problem by providing a new and interactive online shopping experience.

Israeli start-up Awear Solutions is making awkward 'where did you get that bag?' interactions a thing of the past with an app that lets you scan strangers’ outfits on the go, taking you to the original purchase site. But given that it relies on brand and customer co-operation, does it have growth potential?

Would you like to know more about your wine? Delectable is an app that gives people insightful information about wine before they buy it. Point a smartphone's camera at a bottle, and the app will tell you its origin, flavour profile and how good it is, via expert reviews.

On your way to work, you spot an interesting article in the free paper, but the train pulls into your stop before you have time to finish reading it. But with the Peekster app, you can can the headline to bring up the digital version and save it for later, or share it.